$1 DIY Anvil

[@tomjjackson21]

He makes it seem so much easier than it really is. He has an incredible amount of skill.

[@KarasNurLi_main]

...and his main profession is as a lawyer...)

[@ivarlaupet8972]

Thomas Jackson ....and sharp tools.

[@johncalebsteele]

🕛🕧

[@tombobtail7706]

His welds are garbage. There are way better ways to make an anvil from scrap.

[@4bstr4ct]

His skill terrifies me. He makes things seem unrealistically easy and might impart a false sense of confidence. It is a tribute to his mastery.

[@williamforsythe5850]

Who else would have liked to have a dad like this guy?

[@electronicfreak1111]

Me

[@electronicfreak1111]

JJ Bookman That seems too specific are you his brother in law?

[@electronicfreak1111]

Richard Springfield If you showed interest maybe he would but I don’t know you so I don’t really know

[@MichaelHarto]

@@Lane_Brian_Lane true

[@kekfreedomheritage5633]

Well, persons cannot pick their dad per se, but we can pick who we watch and try to make as friends. KEK LOL KEK LOL

[@eyeofbass]

Is there anything that Max can’t make? Answer: Nope Not only informative, the videos are so relaxing due to the narration. Thank you Max, you’re the greatest.

[@asdsafasf3]

has he weaved any fabrics?

[@bellasmom2597]

I think Maxi can make a bay all by himself!

[@mailman19805]

Exactly, what resolve

[@JesperMakes]

Finally a comment I can agree with. I have made many of the things that Max shows in his videos, and if I'm I doubt and ask him a question, I always get a quick answer. I have also tried his chainsaw secrets to getting boards out of an log, it works like a charm.

[@iordachej]

We all have two hands. This is a great demo of what can one do with them.

[@somnorila9913]

Not everyone though... The potential is found with what's between the ears.

[@lorimangold2890]

@@HondaBrandy ingenuity comes from necessity, what your needs are, and what do I have to work with, I admire this man !

[@somnorila9913]

@@HondaBrandy "We all have two hands. This is a great demo of what can one do with them." I guess this is figuratively speaking. I didn't make myself clear. What i meant was that not all of us have two hands, literally. But the ability to make something like that, that potential, is something that has more to do with your mind than your body. I saw physically disable people that are master craftsmen, they just found other ways to mitigate their drawbacks and do what they set their mind on.

[@somnorila9913]

@@senatorjosephmccarthy2720 I do tend to see the potential problems as obstacles rather than interesting puzzles to solve. And i agree that it's not really healthy. But at the same time, even if poor, if i have no debt, am fed and have a roof, a bed, internet and a PC i'm pretty much happy. And i feel that being happy and content is arguably a form of wealth. One that can't be traded but very precious to you alone. I admire people who know what they want and make it real. But i also feel sorry and i'm annoyed at people who spend more than they afford. In the end it's about luck and in reality there are more unlucky people than lucky people.

[@redbirdmatches6881]

Bold of you to assume I have two hands

[@richardpalmer6196]

2 thumbs up ! As an old guy ( 75 ) l enjoy watching the making and use of hand tools. Until the 20th century , readily available power tools were very rare . Hand tools have always served well , if you were willing to be the source of energy . I love the teaching you fo for us .

[@mrunderhood]

Growing up we had lathes, mills presses, torches, welders etc and made many tools, rebuilt worn out parts, made replacement parts etc. So I have a real appreciation of this gentleman's work and have an even greater appreciation of his energy!

[@dennychaney702]

This guy is awesome, not only does he make practical items, but he makes them beautifully simple and is kind enough to share his knowledge about his processes and techniques. He also seems to a be genuinely friendly person who’s humble and honest. A rare find today

[@pieterbezuidenhout2741]

As always every video is like making contact with you Max so even if l have seen it makes no difference as long as l get to hear from my Russian friend in the cold. Your pride in making the best ever tools always amaze me and l'm sure every person watching your videos. Greetings from South Africa and God bless you.

[@jaesallstrom5705]

A very talented human being.....

[@buteos8632]

Jae Sällström more commonly known as a man!

[@wayfa13]

@@buteos8632 Piss off

[@HAL-99000]

Or android

[@momontiego8705]

its not about talent but strong will to make your own items and tools instead go to work, make money and buy.

[@kebabfoto]

I wish I was this skilled at craftmanship

[@huskypilot6305]

Society was just invited to go back about 200 years. I hope some of us will. This is a man with great knowledge, please absorb some of his passion for the lost arts

[@buteos8632]

Huskypilot 630 I sure hope they allow us to do just that!

[@MrPotatochips4]

At this point of history for USA, going backward to the time of Lincoln and Tzar Alexander II would definitely be going forward to a better future.

[@buck10539]

I was a tool and die maker for over 40 years and never saw anyone with your talent and especially with how young you are. Be thankful that God gave this to you.

[@DrewMillerII]

Took about 3 minutes to realize how brilliant you are. You've gained a new subscriber! Bravo!

[@BinaryLynx]

"Let good people watch good videos" makes me smile every time)

[@nikburton9264]

Great video, Max. Another good wood preservative is a mixture of gasoline and roofing tar. Thin the tar enough to soak into the wood, let dry, then add a coat or 2 of straight tar. A trick my Da taught me.

[@Advoko]

Nik, thanks for the trick!

[@Brettjnash]

Fast charring the wood 1st before oiling x2's the life of just oil. Also iron band the log 1/3 from top.

[@lorimangold2890]

Another wood treatment is char burn it to a char, Scandinavians used to make a charcoal from their wood that they put into the ground just the bottom end, the sap in the wood , would boil and close the grain, like a glue, I guess the guy before me said it first

[@junkartman]

Thx for reminding me that metalwork is not defined by expensive equipment but rather creative thought and a desire to transform metal into useful tools. 👍

[@Advoko]

You're very welcome, that's the spirit!

[@Driver10011]

Incredible work, Max. Would love to see the video about mounting an anvil into concrete/silencing it. I am also in love with that timber framing chisel and the "clogger's knife" you made. Is there a video for those? I'd love to try making them.

[@Advoko]

Anthony, thank for the feedback

[@graftedin3]

You can tell we live in a fallen world when 200+ people would give a thumbs down to this obviously great video . What talent and thanks for sharing it. Tom

[@MoizRehmanK]

They are just worthy of neglecting, compared with the likers.😊

[@taunteratwill1787]

It's not their fault, they are born as under achieving losers. 😂

[@drewhillfarms]

You inspire me to be more creative and experiment more than I ordinarily would. I love what you do and how willing you are to show others the way. You are a living reference book. Continue to do what you do. I’m impressed!

[@kimberlyb7992]

Hello Max! A purpose filled life! My blood pressure actually goes down when I watch your videos. Keep them coming!! Kim from Seattle Washington

[@Advoko]

Hello Kim! Keep strong, Seattle!

[@martinstrength8532]

Very talented! His videos make me think that he is the "Bob Ross" of blacksmithing.

[@jasonprairie9968]

You have made some beautiful tools. I couldn't agree with you more, the anvil is the heart of the shop.

[@FB-tq5ln]

It a pleasure just looking at what you produce. Your are skilled making high quality tools, you use every day, from waste materials items. I tip my hat to you. Many thanks. For your monthly video's from Dublin Ireland bless you.

[@Advoko]

Dublin!..

[@salazarpayne3784]

I most certainly enjoyed this video, and will share it with my friends.

[@pieterbezuidenhout2741]

💖

[@askshawn1533]

These ideas are great. I have made many of my own tools. Thank you from Tennessee, there are many of us here, who create tools out of necessaty.

[@stevensonstevens6791]

This guy is beyond genius. A testament of the human being's high standard.

[@BigRonxxxx]

Absolutely

[@audreygreen-hite2075]

Why are these Russian Scandinavian guys so bloody clever not that I can't eventually think of these things but would probably have a brain aneurysm trying I work in the woods and have a mill and watched this guy's guide on chainsaw ing boards it was brilliantly simple but somehow I never thought of have learned more from this guy in 6 months than my last 60 years on my own watch everything this guy does and you will be 60 years ahead of your friends. Luca

[@KarasNurLi_main]

Watch his Russian-language channels again: kzbin.infovideos and kzbin.info/door/ozsBaBvOqQOybn4MRDehIAvideos

[@buteos8632]

well all in all it's my interpretation so here it goes...I think it's due to available empty not farmed land, where the inflation still allows these guys to by a few hectares, most countries in the rest of europe have a very long farming season, specially the southern ones, so big farming takes over everywhere and what's left is quite expensive, that also allows a longer tradition relation between different generations, meaning, many of them spend their Christmas with their grandparents in the countryside, while mine already passed away in the city, so they still witnessed this wonderful, literally, lifestyle. it's a tragedy how much we've lost since the beginning of the past century, and so many wise men and women were lost to prisons and factory labor... current generations, we, are throwing everything away and we don't even realize it!!! People like Max aren't just entertainment, they are a lighthouse bringing us to the shore, let's hope enough see it and do their part, we are one people in this massive continent with Europe in one side and Asia in the other, 12.000 years of History to make children dream and Men rise!!!! Thank you Max 😉💪🙏

[@buteos8632]

I hope I didn't come off as a wise ass, all due respect sir!

[@jeanpaulgartier3404]

Start by learning how to use punctuation, my guy

[@corydriver7634]

Audrey Green-hite Necessity is a good teacher.

[@jrrustad]

Is this guy human? I mean, just watch him climb a tree with zero apparent effort, make all these beautiful objects, and speak, shall I say striking, English which also seems effortless and, moreover, amazingly soothing and relaxing...he's got the spirit in him, that's for sure! Thanks Max, very very inspiring.

[@lmeza1983]

Makes you wonder what "modern" humans have turned into.... Nothing but a pathetic pile of excuses and lies

[@robertgoss4842]

Max speaks better English than most of my friends.

[@MrPotatochips4]

Reminds me of me 40 yrs ago haha

[@ellismidkiff6117]

I don’t do metal work and I am still watching this.

[@rtharmon454]

!!Put the log in upside down!! Smart That tip alone was worth watching the video Not to mention Beautiful and genius tools

[@eblake021]

What inspiration you are sending out across the land! It is a joy to make your own tools that work the way you want them to. I think I like that aspect even more than the art and projects part. Anyway, you are on a wonderful creative roll! I hope you keep it up. I'm 66 years old and just keep getting more and more fired up banging and whacking, sawing on whatever.... metal, wood, instruments, etc. I should be going to bed but you've got me all inspired and brainstorming. Keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing

[@-Honeybee]

Looking at your tool edges, you're very good at sharpening.

[@nosrin1988]

At 32 years I'm finally coming back to hobbying stuff like this, albiet quite slowly. I recently set up my first vice, but I need a few more tools to get started with my plans.

[@coreypage2851]

Holes in a Tie plate would be originally used to drive Railroad spikes through and into wooden ties (or sleepers) with the head of the spike holding the rail in place. It is amazing how many parts of Railroad tracks you can use for Blacksmithing and Forging. Thanks for giving me this valuable information, I plan on turning one of my tie plates into an anvil now.

[@aodh5022]

Max, you are a man's man and a gentleman combined. Your videos are a joy to watch and thoroughly inspiring. The all too short period I got to live off grid in the Australian bush , over 30 years ago was one of the few periods in my life when I felt truly alive and your spirit reminds me just how physically, psychologically and spiritually rewarding such a lifestyle is. Thank you.

[@JDseller1]

I admire your work ethic and skill. I would enjoy seeing how you made your shop anvil too. I come from a long line of blacksmiths. I am blessed to have several anvils that have been handed down to me.

[@gregwein1]

I also come from a long line of blacksmiths. But their knowledge was lost 3 generations back. I have been trying to learn it again to honor my ancestors. Many thanks to Max for removing the mystery, and making the core knowledge available to everyone. There is bo mystery or magic. Just logic and science… and a lot of artistry. Extra thanks and admiration to Max for making these videos in English, even though it is his 2nd or 3rd language. Max - you are wonderful! Sposibo!!

[@allendeanhuscusson459]

Max I throughly enjoy watching you complete these projects

[@emild579]

Man works, makes excellent things, speaks calm relaxed voice - awesome combination for a psychological video : D You can watch endlessly at three things: how an advaco works, how water flows, how a fire burns in his crucible 😁

[@natelarge]

My new favorite channel!

[@smokingkittenz42]

Miss ya max. Hope youre doing well. I cant wait till the next project

[@hdl4259]

Back to the roots. I like your handcraft skills. The time will come that we need such crafts man like you to survive and restart our human beeing. All thumbs up.

[@baracunderwood7955]

You’re an inspiration mate. Love your work and the care you take with everything you create.

[@tbakesify]

New favorite channel. This guy is brilliant!

[@franklle]

Seriously man, you're a practical genius!!! It's incredibly interesting for me to watch someone more creative than I am, kind of boosts my imagination. Congratulations!!! Will recommend!

[@Advoko]

Thank you!

[@jimmysquires5093]

We also used oil to treat post in the ground. You can get better penatration by using a propane weed burner to heat the coated post after applying the oil and then applying several coats with heating after each coat. The pores of the wood open up when heated.

[@Advoko]

Jimmy, thanks for the tip.

[@IR-nq4qv]

Thanks Max for another great video, I'm always looking forward to the next one, keep up the awesome work!

[@dreadog6425]

Great video Max. Please keep going, i need your dedication to get my ass off the computer.

[@jonatham35]

I really enjoy watching your videos. There isn't one video that I have not learned something! Thank you for putting your information and experience out there for us all! I made your wire clamping tool and love it!

[@Advoko]

Glad to hear you did! Send me a pic of it if you would. [e-mail]

[@plum1000]

Soooo much fun for me to watch... sitting and wishing to enjoy such an experience myself. As a city guy, and being quite old, it's so much fune, even now, to cut wood and shape it using whatever tools I have. Someday, if I live, I'll make some of my own tools other than a few blades using a belt sander, some stones, and a leather strop. This is all new and enjoyable for me.

[@aspendell209]

This is some of the Best content on any video service ever!

[@shredct3118]

You are a pleasure to watch, you have to be the most underrated KZbinr. Thank you for your videos . I look forward to them every month.

[@cliffleschyshyn1018]

You have such a neat way of describing your way of making stuff, right on, keep it up.

[@spenceranthony8377]

This guy is awesome! Love the old world craftsmanship.

[@beauxtx1959]

Craftsmanship at its finest! #Brilliant

[@95lovi]

Max you are a very clear thinking and curious person. I would not be surprised if you earn your living as a surgeon in a St. Petersburg Hospital. And this is your way of relaxation and self fulfillment. Greetings from Berlin

[@Advoko]

))) I am an attorney...

[@adekvate]

Всем спасибо!

[@АндрейКириченко-и8д]

ссылку на оригинальный канал оставлять надо, в то пират получается

[@antonsund7170]

Brilliant video! You make it look so easy. However, sharpening tools to the point You got in the video is very complicated for most people, not even mentioning the actual blacksmithing part. Great respect for Your skills!

[@tommydeadwood]

Wow, that looks like amazing soil! Great job!

[@gr8H8er]

Please, please!?! You must, MUST do a World Tour! Okay, forget everyone else, you must come visit Tallahassee, Florida, USA, asap! Love your videos! You are building great confidence!

[@Suprnova84]

This man's a frickin genius! I'm totally speechless.

[@coylewho]

Max, your knowledge of the English language is so good. I don't remember ever saying or writing the word "enigmatic". You use MY language better than I ever have. I wish I could give your video more than one thumbs up. Your opening dialogue assures me I'm about to witness a heartwarming video. Let me do it for you, "Hello, friends." How many languages do you speak, please?

[@Advoko]

Thank you very much for such a high praise!

[@jasminelove4180]

His voice makes me feel like he is reading me a bed time story even when he's talking about making tools

[@Lapdogst]

Love your videos. Please never stop making them.

[@bbtoyshop]

Amazing the knowledge this man has and how he goes about making and building thing with what he has availible to him

[@drteknical6571]

HA!! Seeing that chisel doing some easy cutting in another video was what prompted my comment about super sharp tools earlier! Now I find out you MADE that tool. Okie-Dokie! (moves on to next video)

[@michaelkartman3543]

Wow this is amazing work my friend. I would love to see more!

[@HasanAhmed-ex6jv]

Every video you make is truly unique, your style is that of a teacher and not someone who is looking for the "Clicks n Licks", you have "EARNED" my respect as a human being and I hope to one day in the near future of the coming week wish to ditch my wife and children along with my elderly mother and move to a completely isolated location and most likely pass away due to the lack of my bushcraft skills but that's irrelevant because it's the peace and tranquillity which is the objective. Just listening to the wild life and the wind as you expire is pure heaven on earth in the last moment.

[@fava7753]

Amazing skills max . Excellent channel best on the tube .

[@AGjengen]

Another blacksmithing project for you is a wall mounted kindling maker. Really nice to have close to your lumber storage or fireplace. Makes short process of small logs into kindling without making a mess. Would love to see your take on one. Cheers from Northern Norway.

[@Advoko]

Norway!...

[@ascend9327]

You are such an inspiration brother, i really cant express how much i appreciate what you do! your knowledge is amazing, so much to learn :) thank you

[@tcapo514]

You may not make a large quantity of videos but the ones you do all high-quality. GOOD JOB MY MAN...

[@kawaholzer2285]

Moin, nach Russland. Wieder mal ein klasse Video. Eine wirklich gute Idee sich einen Ambossersatz zu machen, Top! Gruß aus Rheinhessen

[@freedom_323]

most versatile and underrated tool, the 4" angle grinder.. You can use it on virtually every job, in some form or modification. The next best must-have is a Fein multi-tool. Great for minimizing the amount of specific tools you need to keep...Crafting and Blacksmithing feel so natural and fulfilling. TY MAX!

[@kinnikuzero]

Interviewer: So how much skill do you have? Advoko: *Yes*

[@libertyforever4270]

Rustic sophistication. Very beautiful. Thank you.

[@garygilbert1440]

Very informative video. Max. You could also have charred the end of the post before you buried it and bugs don't like to eat charcoal. I hope that wasn't sim-wool you were using. Sim-wool is bad for the lungs. Loved all the tips. I may have to make another anvil.

[@TheZogsvengali]

You're the Bob Ross bushcraft! That voice is so soothing.

[@mikebigyard6568]

Dude, I friggin want the chisel lol that thing is beautiful I wouldn’t even use it or sharpen it. More like a over the door piece. Great work man

[@scottmarshall6766]

You do nice work Max! I agree, there's nothing like using a tool you crafted to meet your needs. There's an intimate thought process that happens every time you pick it up. While it's rewarding and enjoyable, there's always the little 'catch' that bugs you, like the handle angle, or any small detail a stranger would never notice. There's a mental note there to correct it next time you build one, or maybe fix the tool when you have time... but you hate to change it, as it works so well! It's like a good friend, the flaws don't detract from the relationship, they add character. I agree with your opinion that an anvil is one of the basic tools needed to outfit a shop for almost any metalworking discipline, even auto repair. A solid back up for any hammering operation. I find that I am accumulating a few small anvils, from a repurposed crosspein hammer head up to about 50lbs (23kg). I have one that I keep in the truck that's about 30lbs (13kg), and have been considering adding a hardie for crimping dies and possibly a small stand. It's amazing how much the little guy gets used. Having it at hand, I find many situations where I'm thinking "if only I was at the shop, I could use the anvil", then I think, wait! I DO have an anvil! It gets used for crimping large electrical terminals, as a soldering aid/workholder with a few magnetic clips, for all sorts of hammering pressfits and even as a tire chock in a pinch. I often pull it out as a mini work area (around 20 x 6cm). I would indeed be interested in your indoor/concrete floor video. I'm lucky to have a heavy welding table with a 2.5" (63cm) steel top, but find it's too high for most forging work with a small anvil on it, and would like to set up a proper anvil I can work all around. Sorry to run on, glad I discovered your video. Subbed!

[@GTASlayer98]

This is so satisfying to watch and extremely interesting and entertaining. Thank you sir

[@BenjaminTheDragoon]

I am learning blacksmith for horseshoeing.Your video opened my eyes to the possibilities of blacksmithing thank you.

[@MrBrad777c]

Subbed IMMEDIATELY. This man is LEGEND in ALL skills.

[@thomshere]

What a GREAT video and AWESOME skills you have! I wish they would teach skills like those in schools because hands-on experience is so very valuable compared to opening a book. I am a fan of both though!

[@JaroslawPolanski]

Good job with the anvil! I would like to know more about how can I make mine more friendly to the neighbours :)

[@bjoernandersen8287]

It's a pleasure to watch your videos Advoko, you are an artist who can make anything out of wood or metal, thank you for sharing.

[@tokoloshe42]

Those tools u made are dope man, this is an awesome channel

[@naomitracy5684]

I have to say the mad genius look suits you well. That welders mask and doctor coat , show stopping 💥🌟 It would make my day to see someone in their backyard dressed like you !! eccentric people are the best people. 😁👍💯Of course the anvil is of dire importance , brilliant how you set the base in the ground,the mounting pins you made to secure it, excellent! 👍🔥😁

[@h.e.c.k5014]

He has entered the iron age.

[@cheguevara-sirius1989]

It's absolutely true, the Tool becomes YOUR TOOL or your package! My father always said that "the own made things have a higher value", and he meant that you know and remember the effort, pain, but especially the success with it! 👍🏻 👏🏻 ✊🏻

[@imbatman8472]

this is how man was meant to live.

[@thegreatecb]

Not really. Meat eating is not necessary except for the spiritually immature and those lagging behind in evolution.

[@thegreatecb]

@àsper - Your ignorance is pitiful.

[@SmedleyButler1881]

"spiritually immature" next you will tell me I need to eat "high vibrational foods" and do "urine therapy" and "sun gazing" in order to be part of your super cool club

[@imbatman8472]

@àsper how did i end up with a vegan fight in my replies? i only see 4 comments are there more?

[@petepeterson4540]

@@thegreatecb when we started out we were vegetarians with big guts passing gas all day warming the environment. then we evolved and started eating meat we grew big brains lost the gut and stood erect. your telling me to go back to that no way my friend I will eat more meat and donuts and junk food and look like our ancestors who ate vegetables and pass gas while scratching our junk watching youtube.

[@josephanderson9555]

Thank you, I've seen all your videos and I find them intriguing. I made a small anvil, and started making arrowheads out of Metal rebar. I look forward to future videos.

[@mlutescu]

I'd like to see how you platnted that log in concrete (the indor anvil). And I'm curious to hear about your DIY lathe and washing machine!

[@Advoko]

Thanks for the feedback

[@stephenwhittier6439]

Advoko MAKES , I also wish to see how you did this.

[@sahidmiller]

Damn, you don't even let a *video cut* go to waste... everything you do seems to 1) improve on the last or 2) stand on its own merit. You are the man, my dude.

[@iship9705]

My god you can do everything

[@alfbittner6489]

Max you have solved yet another problem I have. Like you say the anvil is the heart of any workshop. Every anvil I find is either too expensive or sold. I've never hit the bell on any of my subscriptions, this is my exception. I've watched your cabin build from the start, do you think you will live there. The vandals have demons pushing their buttons, pray for angles to go forth and carve up the darkness and protect your handy work.

[@Advoko]

Alf, glad to hear that!

[@DjNiX9011]

you just earned a SUB !

[@MrPotatochips4]

You are good, I worked with a Japanese blacksmith for 3 months, and I see you doing most stuff the same way. He would have appreciated your steel sourcing and aesthetic, even more your spirit and the way you treat your tools. He was both a traditional man, and open to experimentation and new ideas. If you ever come to Vermont or America, I hope to meet you. Hey, let us hope and dream anyway !!!!!!! May be I will come to Russia ...... tho I love Vermont :)

[@pucatan1954]

How do you sharpen your tools? I love you novel approach to design. Keep up the excellent work!

[@Advoko]

Waterstones...

[@johndambrell1408]

Respect from the USA

[@bak1358]

I'm pretty sure if we put this guy and the guy from primitive technology in the same vicinity as each other, the earth might explode. Our world is not ready for that much skill and one place. Fortunately I think they would survive and be able to rebuild within a matter of days.

[@vladisergeiev7278]

Beautiful my friend. Skilled man, and connected to nature at the same time. I admire your life.